December 05 2015
Indian cities are increasingly becoming pollution hubs. Know the mutations and the diseases caused due to various types of pollution.
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October 05 2015
Dengue is a flu-like viral disease that is transmitted through the bite of an infected female mosquito. This particular mosquito has a peculiar white spotted body and legs and is easy to identify. Generally, it tends to affect children under 10 years of age. Nevertheless, it is not transferred directly from person to person.
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October 01 2015
Festivals are a time to spread cheer. However, it is also a time when we feel stressed between gift buying, sweet making and trying to stay healthy. With so much going on, our body usually succumbs to the pressure and anxiety raising various health concerns.
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September 23 2015
If you have been avoiding eggs for fear of cholesterol or munching on suji gol gappas as a healthy snack, you've been fooled into believing these myths that are masquerading as health tips. Here are 8 such Indian food myths that have been passed down for generations.
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September 21 2015
Unlike our ancestors, who were active throughout the day, today more than half our waking life involves sedentary activities like watching television, working at a desk or commuting
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September 02 2015
Here are 14 ways - architectural, technological and non-electrical - that will help improve the quality of life for the physically challenged:
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September 02 2015
Disability or impairment can afflict any person, young or old. While some are born with a disability, others encounter untoward incidents that result in disability. Accidental injuries, age-related disabilities or genetically developed impairments are therefore a part of life.
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August 18 2015
Heavily loaded bags and incorrect ways of carrying them are some of the major causes of back or neck aches among youngsters today. To protect your back and prevent ailments, it is important to know the structure and function of the spine.
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August 17 2015
Our society has been attuned to seeing individuals with a certain physical body type. Anyone who does not does not fit into the conventional standards is considered an outlier. However, following crazy diets or starving just to get that perfect beach body can be unhealthy.
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August 12 2015
According to World Bank reports, the healthcare expenditure in India was a whopping 90.4 Billion USD in the year 2013 as against 78.6 Billion USD in 2012.The importance of covering your family with the right blend of health insurance products cannot be over-emphasized.
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